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University of Maryland
Location: College Park, Maryland
Category: Admin-Career Counseling and Placement
Posting Date: 07/12/2023
Application Deadline: Open until filled

Job Description

Position Number:

124060

Title:

Program Director

Functional Title:

Program Director, Student-Athlete Career Development

Category Status:

33-Exempt Regular

Applicant Search Category:

Staff

University Authorized FTE:

1.000

Unit:

PRES-ICA-Support Services

Campus/College Information:

Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.

Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

The Program Director, Student-Athlete Career Development will oversee program management and coordination concerning career readiness initiatives for student-athletes. This position:
Manages the Barry & Mary Gossett Fellows Program and lnTERPship Academy.
Recruits employers and student-athletes for participation in both.
Strategically plans student-athletes with career development, job placement; promote and secure internships, experiential and employment opportunities utilizing resources within the University Career Center, and the M Club.
Oversees and implements the brand management of Maryland Made Terps, including the Maryland Made Podcast.
Serves as the liaison to the University of Maryland’s Career Center and the Athletic Department’s M Club.
Hosta educational career seminars and networking events for student-athletes.
Provides regular communication through the Careers4Terps and Maryland Made Terps LinkedIn pages; and performed other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:
Master’s degree required in higher education, sports management, student affairs, or related field.

Experience:

One (1) to three (3) years in student development in an NCAA Division I program.
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing career readiness programs.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives for effective career readiness preparation.
Possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Excellent oral and written communications kills.
The ability to manage competing priorities and handle various tasks simultaneously.
The ability to complete assignments on time.
Ability to work collaboratively and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with coaches, student-athletes, staff, university, and external constituents.
Ability to exercise initiative, sound judgment, and problem-solving techniques.

Preferences:

Knowledge of NCAA and Big 10 Conference rules and regulations governing student-athlete.
Demonstrated experience in using social media to support educational and outreach initiatives.
Knowledge of, and/or experience assessing current and future project expenses, making appropriate expense projections, purchasing recommendations/decisions, and budget recommendations.

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

Physical Demands

The scope of the position requires weekend and evening work (Non-standard work hours). While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee operates a computer and other office devices such telephones, copy machines, fax machines, etc; Constantly moves about the facility and event site before, during and after events to service clients; constantly communicates via telephone, email and in-person with others to exchange accurate information. Standing, walking, kneeling/crouching, balancing and lifting up to 20 pounds.

Posting Date:

07/12/2023

Open Until Filled

Yes

Best Consideration Date

07/18/2023

Diversity Statement:

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.